Hoppy Ryer Islanders Ale

Brewed by Hoppy Brewing Company
Style: Specialty Grain
Sacramento, California USA

Serve in Lager glass, Tumbler

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16 ounce sample at the brewpub. Listed as "Islander’s Ale 6.2%". Lightly fruity, earthy, sour-ish aroma with what appears to be some rye malts in the nose, too. Transparent copper body with a fluffy, whitish head and nice lacing. Very dry, intensely bitter flavors rye-gin like flavors to start. Becomes grainy, chewy, dry, and earthy. Finishes with a light sweetness and a bit of floral flavoring. The harshness of the rye malts fade as this goes on.

[GABF, Denver Co - 2006] A nice amber colored brew with a deep flavor. Liked the malts and the hops used for this brew. This was a great beer for after lunch. Easy to drink and smooth.

Draft. (abv listed at 6%) Amber beer with a nice off-white head. Low earthy/spice aroma. Big earthy/spice flavor with some citrus hops backing. Smooth, creamy mouthfeel. Lingering earthiness. Well done rye ale.

Light gold color, slightly hazy. Medium head. Aroma is fruity and spicy. Malts are fruity and sweet. Hops are spicy and floral. The 30% rye malt adds a nice spiciness to the hop/malt profile. Nice rye ale, the rye is subtle enough that you know it is there, but it doesn’t whack you in the taste buds. Nice smooth flavor. Mouthfeel is full and round. Finish is clean and crisp. Aftertaste is slightly bitter.